Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way has been crowned the world’s second most photographed road trip on Instagram, cementing its status as one of the planet’s most scenic driving routes. The coastal route accumulated 1.9 million Instagram mentions in a study by used car retailer Cinch, which analyzed 40 iconic driving routes across six continents. The posts … Read more
An Irish ticket holder has claimed the largest EuroMillions jackpot in the lottery’s history, winning a staggering €250 million in tonight’s draw. The National Lottery is urging players to check their tickets online at lottery.ie or through the National Lottery app, as the winning ticket was purchased in Ireland and represents the highest prize ever … Read more
Irish residents took 2.9 million outbound overnight trips in the first quarter of 2025, representing a 16% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office. The CSO’s Household Travel Survey, which measures national tourism patterns, shows that spending by Irish residents on overseas trips reached €2.2 … Read more
Disney will pay Comcast’s NBCUniversal nearly $439 million (€384 million) to acquire the remaining stake in streaming service Hulu, completing a years-long process to gain full ownership of the platform. The transaction resolves an extended appraisal process that began when Disney announced in November 2023 its intention to purchase Comcast’s 33 percent stake for at … Read more
Consumer spending in April climbed 11 per cent year-on-year, according to the latest AIB Spend Trend survey, with online purchases up 16 per cent and in-store spending rising by 6 per cent. Cinema spending soared by 47 per cent compared to April 2024, driven largely by the Easter release of A Minecraft Movie and boosted … Read more
Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) has moved forward with plans to develop a new public viewing facility for aircraft enthusiasts after submitting additional information requested by Fingal County Council regarding its proposal. The project aims to transform “The Mound” – a long-established but informal plane-spotting location on Old Airport Road that has been popular with aviation … Read more
A geomagnetic storm is expected to make the Aurora Borealis visible throughout Ireland tonight, though cloud cover may interfere with viewing opportunities in some areas. Professor Peter Gallagher of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) Dunsink Observatory confirmed to The Journal that a “big solar storm” occurred two days ago, sending a burst of … Read more
A team of researchers at Dallas-based biotech company Colossal Biosciences has announced what they call the “world’s first successfully de-extincted animal” – three dire wolf pups created through genetic engineering and cloning technology. The dire wolf (Aenocyon dirus), which went extinct approximately 12,500 years ago and served as inspiration for creatures in the television series … Read more
Specific batches of Tony’s Chocolonely Dark Almond Sea Salt (180g) have been recalled by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) due to the possible presence of small stones. The recall affects bars with batch numbers 162633 and 162614, carrying a best before date of February 28, 2026. Consumers are advised not to eat the … Read more
Ireland’s tourism sector has questioned the Central Statistics Office’s data indicating a significant drop in foreign visitors, as industry groups claim the official figures may overstate the decline. The CSO recently reported that 304,300 foreign visitors traveled to Ireland in February 2025, representing a dramatic 30% decrease from the 433,300 recorded in February 2024. However, … Read more
Dublin Zoo is celebrating the birth of a female eastern bongo calf, a momentous occasion for conservation efforts of one of the world’s most endangered antelope species. Born on February 20 to first-time mother Annabel, the newborn represents a critical addition to a species with fewer than 100 individuals remaining in the wild. The two-and-a-half-year-old … Read more
The iconic Dark Hedges in County Antrim, Northern Ireland – a scenic beech tree avenue made famous by HBO’s Game of Thrones – is “coming to the end of its natural lives,” according to the Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust (CCGHT). Recently taking over management from the Dark Hedges Preservation Trust, the organization will … Read more
After lying dormant for nearly four decades, the Magazine Fort in Dublin’s Phoenix Park will once again open its doors to the public this summer, the Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced. The nearly 300-year-old military structure, which began construction in 1734 under British forces, will be accessible as part of a series of … Read more
Shares in the owner of Jameson whiskey took a significant hit on the stock exchange following Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 200% tariff on European alcohol imports. Global markets slid yesterday, particularly on Wall Street, as the US president escalated his trade war with the European Union. French drinks group Pernod Ricard, which owns … Read more
Cliffs of Moher trail, a key visitor attraction in Co Clare, is set to remain closed, or at least partially inaccessible, for the 2025 tourist season due to safety concerns. The Cliffs of Moher, which welcomed nearly 1.5 million visitors last year, will see its coastal walking trail remain out of action after a Sport … Read more